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Antarctica, the Falklands and South Georgia Roundtrip Cruise

Buenos Aires to Ushuaia - Example 19 Day Cruise aboard SH Vega
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Explore Buenos Aires, the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula on a 19-day cruise aboard SH Vega. Visit La Boca, Recoleta, and Puerto Madero before sailing to Saunders Island and Port Stanley. Spot albatrosses, dolphins, penguins, seals, and cormorants across the Falkland Islands, then visit South Georgia to see King and gentoo penguins, elephant seals, and Grytviken’s historic whaling station. Continue to the Antarctic Peninsula, where glaciers, icebergs, snowy islands, and sites such as Lemaire Channel and Mikkelsen Harbor await. Between destinations, enjoy the sauna, gym, hot tub, or informative talks onboard. End in Ushuaia beside the Beagle Channel.
Puerto Madero in Buenos AiresColorful buildings in the La Boca neighborhood in Buenos AiresThe pristine and remote landscape of the Falkland IslandsExplore Port Stanley in the Falkland IslandsKing penguins on South GeorgiaWhale bones at the Grytviken whaling stationObserve beautiful fur sealsStunning reflections in the Lemaire channelPenguins on the shores of AntarcticaRockhopper penguins
Highlights
  • See king penguin colonies and elephant seals on South Georgia
  • Visit Ernest Shackleton's grave at the Grytviken whaling station
  • Spot black-browed albatross and rockhopper penguins on Saunders Island
  • Cruise the glacier-lined Lemaire Channel on the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Explore Port Stanley's Historic Dockyard Museum and nearby Gypsy Cove
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Day 1: Buenos Aires | Hotel Stay

Arrive at the airport and head to your hotel. Relax, and spend the overnight here preparing for your adventure.

*Specific hotel and location to be announced.

Day 2: Buenos Aires | Embark

Argentina’s cosmopolitan capital, often dubbed 'The Paris of South America,' is a city of diverse neighborhoods (barrios) and vibrant cafe culture. Each district has its own character - none more so than colorful La Boca, where tango dancers perform in the streets. The handsome district of Recoleta is famous for the cemetery where Eva 'Evita' Peron is buried, while ships dock into the regenerated waterfront barrio Puerto Madero.

Day 3-5: Day at sea

Spend your day at sea enjoying the facilities available onboard. Head to the sauna, get in a workout in the state-of-the-art gym or relax in the hot tub while taking in incredible views along the way. If you prefer to learn a little more about your surroundings, listen to an informative talk or have a chat with one of the knowledgeable experts

Day 6: Saunders Island

Black-browed albatross grace the skies over this remote Falkland Island, while Commerson's dolphins play in its waters. With a sparse population of people and sheep, the island is also a sanctuary for fur seals, rockhopper penguins, Magellanic penguins and imperial cormorants, nesting amid its cliffs and the impressive Cliff Mountain. Hiking through the moss-covered terrain unveils beautiful wildflowers like pink-petaled Felton's.

Day 7: Port Stanley

Anyone familiar with Britain’s trademark red post boxes might spot a resemblance in this British outpost. Port Stanley, on East Falkland, is the tiny capital of the Falkland Islands and is small enough to get around on foot. The Historic Dockyard Museum is devoted to maritime history and exploration. Magellanic penguins gather on the beach at nearby Gypsy Cove, and sea lions and dolphins frolic in the harbor.

Day 8-9: Day at sea

Spend your day at sea enjoying the facilities available onboard. Head to the sauna, get in a workout in the state-of-the-art gym or relax in the hot tub while taking in incredible views along the way. If you prefer to learn a little more about your surroundings, listen to an informative talk or have a chat with one of the knowledgeable experts.

Day 10-11: South Georgia

Often called the 'Galapagos of the Poles,' South Georgia has a number of landing sites with tens of thousands of King Penguins and gentoo penguins, making up some of the largest populations in the world alongside harrumphing elephant seals. Among its remarkable sites is Grytviken, the historic whaling station where legendary British explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874–1922) is laid to rest.

Day 12-13: Day at sea

Spend your day at sea enjoying the facilities available onboard. Head to the sauna, get in a workout in the state-of-the-art gym or relax in the hot tub while taking in incredible views along the way. If you prefer to learn a little more about your surroundings, listen to an informative talk or have a chat with one of the knowledgeable experts.

Day 14-16: Antarctic Peninsula

Among captivating glaciers, majestic icebergs and snowy islands, the Antarctic Peninsula is where most visitors to the White Continent live their Antarctica dream. It's the most accessible part, with scientific bases and incredible scenery, like the photogenic Lemaire Channel. Shore excursions might include Mikkelsen Harbor, where among gentoo penguins, snowy sheathbills and skuas, Antarctic Weddell seals haul out.

Day 17-18: Day at sea

Spend your day at sea enjoying the facilities available onboard. Head to the sauna, get in a workout in the state-of-the-art gym or relax in the hot tub while taking in incredible views along the way. If you prefer to learn a little more about your surroundings, listen to an informative talk or have a chat with one of the knowledgeable experts.

Day 19: Ushuaia | Disembark | Fly to Buenos Aires

  • 1 Breakfast
Ushuaia is the gateway to the White Continent. Nestled in the foothills of the snow-capped Martial Range in Argentina's Patagonia region, Ushuaia’s colorful streets and mismatched buildings cascade from the imposing mountains before coming to an abrupt halt at the shores of the Beagle Channel. Often described as 'the End of the World', the city carries the reputation well - the moody weather and dramatic surroundings certainly help.

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SH Vega

SH Vega

SH Vega

5-star elegant Scandi-design boutique ship offers you an intimate setting from which you will be fully immersed in all the sights and scenery of your voyage.
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Buenos Aires - Hotels

Carles Hotel

The nearest airport is the Ministro Pistarini International Airport at 28.6 km.
Fierro Hotel Boutique Exterior

Fierro Hotel Boutique

Set in the lively Palermo Hollywood neighborhood, this hip hotel features a colorful facade is 8 km from Teatro Colón and 4 km from the galleries of the Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires.
Recoleta Grand Hotel

Recoleta Grand Hotel

Recoleta Grand Hotel is the best option for your leisure or business trip in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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19 m2, Oceanview staterooms features 2 single beds, bedroom and living room and a luxurious ensuite bathroom.
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19 m2, Oceanview staterooms features 2 single beds, bedroom and living room and a luxurious ensuite bathroom.
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Balcony D5
28 m2, Located at the forward and aft of the ship, these balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds or double bed bedrooms with a living room area, a luxurious bathroom and your own private 6m2 balcony
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Balcony M5
28 m2, Located at the center of the ship, these balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds or double bed bedrooms with a living room area, a luxurious bathroom and your own private 6m2 balcony
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Balcony D6
28 m2, Located on deck six, these balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds or double bed bedroom with living room area, a luxurious bathroom and your own private 6m2 balcony
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49 m2, Our grandest suites feature a super king bed and separate living room with and a soothing flame-effect fireplace a luxurious ensuite bathroom, a spacious walk-in wardrobe, and a 12 sq.m private balcony.
Included
  • 18 Breakfasts, 16 Lunches, 17 Dinners
  • 18 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Wifi
  • Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages available 24-hours per day
  • Lecture programs by our experienced expedition team and guest speakers
  • Onboard gratuities & port taxes
  • Branded Swan Hellenic expedition parka and use of rubber boots in Polar Regions.
  • Group return transfers from the airport to the cruise port (via our included accommodation where applicable)
  • 24-hour room service
  • One selected shore excursion/expedition activity per port of call (kayaking not included – however this can be pre-booked)
  • Waterproof backpack and refillable water bottle, yours to keep
  • 24/7 self service laundry
  • One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast in a 4/5-star hotel (exemptions apply)
  • Charter flights to the port of embarkation/disembarkation (Longyearbyen, Ushuaia, Kangerlussuaq, Nuuk, Honiara, Jayapura and Sorong)
Excluded
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Buenos Aires Hotel tax (up to $2 per person/night) - paid at checkout
  • Passport and Applicable Visa Expenses
  • Spa Treatments
  • Several optional activities you can participate in for an extra cost. These include kayaking, private tours, special arrangements, and private Zodiac tours on request and based on availability.
  • Premium wines and spirits from the bar menu
  • Purchases from the ship’s boutique
  • Laundry expenses
  • Premium WiFi packages

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